What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Camping Guide - Trekkers (2025) position at City of Davis, CA?
Description
Trekkers is a car-camping trip designed to provide an opportunity for youth to safely experience the outdoors while gaining a clear understanding of outdoor camping skills and wilderness preservation. It is a 5-day, 4-night program for participants 11-15 years old. Trekkers’ trips include outdoor recreation, nature education, teambuilding activities, hiking and swimming. Trips are in various natural locations across the central and northern part of California, including state and national parks. All camping will occur in established campgrounds.
This program operates with a ratio of two staff members for up to twelve campers.
**Applicants must be at least 19 years of age by June 1, 2025 to apply**
Typical Hours:
Sundays – prep days: 4 hours
Mondays – trips start: 16 hours
Tuesdays & Wednesdays – full days in field: 24 hours
Thursdays – trip ends: 16 hours
Confirmed Trekkers Weeks*:
June 23 - 27: Location TBD
July 7 - 11: Location TBD
July 21 - 25: Location TBD
August 4 - August 8: Location TBD
To be considered for the role, applicants must be able to commit to and attend all confirmed Trekkers weeks.
Wages: $18.73/hr day rate and $16.55/hr overnight rate (up to 8 hours per day)
Community Service Specialist II
Status/Selection Process: Seasonal, temporary part-time, no benefits, no overtime. Applicants will be screened according to experience relevant to this position.
This program operates with a ratio of two staff members for up to twelve campers.
**Applicants must be at least 19 years of age by June 1, 2025 to apply**
Typical Hours:
Sundays – prep days: 4 hours
Mondays – trips start: 16 hours
Tuesdays & Wednesdays – full days in field: 24 hours
Thursdays – trip ends: 16 hours
- Additional planning hours allocated outside of Trekkers weeks, paid at day rate
Confirmed Trekkers Weeks*:
June 23 - 27: Location TBD
July 7 - 11: Location TBD
July 21 - 25: Location TBD
August 4 - August 8: Location TBD
- Additional time allocated towards training outside of Trekkers weeks
To be considered for the role, applicants must be able to commit to and attend all confirmed Trekkers weeks.
Wages: $18.73/hr day rate and $16.55/hr overnight rate (up to 8 hours per day)
Community Service Specialist II
Status/Selection Process: Seasonal, temporary part-time, no benefits, no overtime. Applicants will be screened according to experience relevant to this position.
Examples of Duties
Duties: Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and Camp Manager, the Outdoor Camping Guide positions assist in the implementation of daily operations for Trekkers Camp.
Typical Pre/Post Trip Responsibilities:
- Research the area of camping locations for activities to participate in
- Create a schedule/itinerary for the trip, preparation, driving directions, and other logistics
- Meal planning, budgeting, grocery shopping
- Gear identification, purchases, cleaning, and packing for each trip
- Understand aspects of risk management and protocols for possible scenarios that could arise
- Create packing list for campers for each trip
- Conduct pre-trip meetings to thoroughly prepare campers and parents of the expectations and preparations for the trips
- Unpack, clean and put away gear from trips and re-set gear and supplies for the next trip
- Debrief each trip with the Program Coordinator
Typical Trip Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively with local officials and park rangers, following direction and guidance as needed
- Drive a large van of children from one location to the next
- Teach children how to set up a campsite, including tents and kitchen area
- Educate children on campsite and nature safety and courtesy including the Leave No Trace Principles
- Initiate and lead group cooking and clean-up
- Responsible for all campers physical and emotional safety and well-being during trip
- Engage children in campsite activities like; nature discovery, card/board games, creative games with little supplies like charades, campfire skits, etc…
Additional Responsibilities:
- Attend mandatory staff training on Saturday, May 31, 2025
- Build positive relationships with campers and co-workers helping them strengthen life skills and create fun lasting memories
- Help campers and co-workers navigate conversations and keep things positive
- Keep work environments clean and organized, follow the Leave No Trace principles
- Communicate with parents regarding camper behavior, injuries and other relevant camp information
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and other City staff
- Render first aid as necessary
- Other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants must be at least 19 years of age by June 1, 2025 and have education equivalent to completion of high school
- Possess a valid California Driver’s License
- Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR before the start of programs (Wilderness First Aid certification preferred)
- Extensive outdoor experience which includes experience as an outdoor trip leader or a camp counselor (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of nature study and outdoor recreation skills, environmental education, and camping/trail etiquette
- Knowledge of best practices in youth development, including behavior management and positive role modeling
- Ability to demonstrate strong skills in leadership and team building
- Ability to provide strong internal and external customer service
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, camp staff, and other City employees
- High proficiency in the ability to be flexible, practice good judgement, problem-solve, and mitigate risk
- Ability to have fun and enjoy the great outdoors with children!
Supplemental Information
To Apply: A City of Davis online employment application must be submitted to be considered for this position; paper applications will not be accepted. To apply, please go online at www.cityofdavis.org
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants will be notified via email.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The City of Davis encourages applications from qualified women and minorities. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability or sexual preference.
NOTES
Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and the provisions are subject to change. According to the Federal Reform and Control Act, the City of Davis is required to hire only U.S. citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
If you require accommodation during any phase of this recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources office at (530)757-5644 or TDD (530)757-5666.
The City of Davis has a no smoking policy for all city facilities.
There are no benefits for this position.
Salary : $17 - $19
